Podiatrist

Vitae Health Systems; West Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthy work-life balance

Flexibility in scheduling

High referral volume

Earning potential based on caseload

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing company as a Podiatrist, where you'll provide essential care to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities. This role allows you to assess, diagnose, and treat foot and ankle issues, while also educating patients on wellness techniques. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with no overnight shifts or weekends required, while having the flexibility to choose your schedule. With a high referral volume and the potential for increased earnings based on your caseload, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine is required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide Podiatric care to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities.
• Assess and diagnose foot, ankle, and lower leg problems.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Diagnosis of Foot and Ankle Issues

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine

Tools

CPT Coding

Job description

About Vitae Health Systems

Founded in 2018, Vitae Health Systems is one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing providers of clinical services to residents of Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Vitae currently operates in 12 states and is rapidly expanding throughout the USA.

The Position

As we continue to grow, we are looking for Podiatrists to provide Podiatric services to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Chicagoland area.

What You Will Do

As a Podiatrist, you will provide Podiatric care to Skilled Nursing residents, including but not limited to:

• Assessing and diagnosing foot, ankle, and lower leg problems through physical exams, x-rays, medical laboratory tests, and other methods.
• Providing treatment for foot, ankle, and lower leg ailments.
• Advising, educating, and instructing patients on foot and ankle care and on general wellness techniques to improve mobility, independence, and quality of life.
• Coordinating patient care in collaboration with other providers and the facility’s interdisciplinary team.
• Referring patients to other providers or specialists if you detect larger health problems, such as diabetes or vascular disease.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Prescribing necessary medications and treatments.
• Developing and implementing patient management policies and procedures.
• Facilitating referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities.
• Communicating with attending physicians and/or specialists regarding patient care.
• Being comfortable and proficient with documentation and CPT coding.

Working with Vitae will provide you with:

• A healthy work-life balance and flexibility. No need to work overnight shifts or weekends; however, as a Vitae provider, you can always take off days during the week and work weekends if you’d like.
• High referral volume with earning potential.

Compensation

• Our Podiatrists are paid a percentage of revenue – the larger your caseload and workload, the more you can earn. More details will be shared during the interview process.

Our Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine.
• Ability to build rapport with patients and their loved ones.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership experience with emphasis on teamwork in a healthcare setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Vitae Health Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.